Parking permits required at Stanford's main campus and Stanford Redwood City

Commuters and residents are required to have a valid parking permit purchased through the online ordering system to avoid potential citations. Read our article to learn more.

For COVID-related transportation updates, please visit our Stanford Transportation COVID-19: Featured Topics page. If you are interested in learning more about your commute options as you return to campus, please refer to our Returning to Your Stanford commute page.

Bike Questions and Answers

Keep your Bike Secure

Properly secure your bicycle to racks and other bike parking with an adequate lock to help prevent theft.

Buy, Sell, or Rent a Bike

You can save money by buying a used bike. Learn more about the best places to find a bike—or advertise one for sale.

Start a Departmental Bikeshare

A departmental bike share program can make it easier for faculty and staff to ride rather than drive to campus destinations, and at the same time reap the benefits of exercise, fresh air, and the convenience of getting around on two wheels.